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UK School Holiday Dates 2024/25 | Plan Your Family Holiday

Posted on October 22, 2024

Planning your next family trip? Knowing the school holiday dates for 2024/25 is essential. Below, you’ll find a comprehensive breakdown of holiday periods for England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. For up-to-date and official term date information, visit the UK Government School Term and Holiday Dates page and your school website which will provide the most accurate details.

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Top 5 Family Friendly Water Parks In Europe

Posted on August 29, 2023

Travelling as a family can be an exciting experience and give you all the chance to create new lasting memories. However, it can sometimes be difficult to entertain every member of the family. So, if you’re planning a holiday in Europe and looking for activities that you can all get stuck into, why not check out our top 5 family friendly water parks? After all, they’re a great way to enjoy a ‘splashing’ good time with your loved ones!

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Top Tips: How To Prepare For Your Teens First Holiday Without You!

Posted on April 11, 2023

Whether it’s a trip to celebrate the end of exams, or just to spend some time abroad without the watchful eye of mum and dad, going on holiday with friends can be an exciting milestone for most young adults. However, for parents, this can understandably be a scary experience as you put your faith and trust in your children to look after themselves. 

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Best 2024 budget-friendly holiday destinations

Posted on December 01, 2022

We know that times are tough at the minute. With the cost of living increasing, everyone is tightening their belts in lots of different ways, some people are considering whether they really need a subscription to Netflix, Disney + and Sky all at the same time, whilst others are making somewhat tougher decisions, like how to reduce electricity usage in their homes (if this is you, please read this article afterwards for some quick tips on saving energy at home).

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How to find the best kids club for your family holiday

Posted on July 27, 2022

Sometimes when you’re on holiday quality time alone is needed. Kids clubs are a good option to keep children entertained and allows them to make new memories, holiday friends, and lets you sit back and enjoy a moments peace.

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Are We Nearly There Yet? How To Keep The Kids Entertained On Long Journeys!

Posted on July 21, 2022

For us adults, keeping children entertained while on the road can be a task. And for longer journeys, the challenge of keeping them occupied becomes harder. So, if you’re planning a family adventure and have a long journey ahead of you, these top tips will come in handy for keeping the little ones happy.

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Will My Travel Insurance Cover Me For Monkeypox?

Posted on June 01, 2022

After two years of Covid anxiety and stress, travel bans and lockdowns it’s understandable that we’re all ready to spread our wings and head off abroad. But there’s evidence that the holidaymakers are getting spooked about monkeypox – a virus whose case numbers are rising daily.

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How to save money on your family holiday

Posted on October 28, 2021

Saving money is likely to be near the top of our lists lately and when it comes to a family holiday, pinching the pennies may be necessary. But that doesn’t mean you can’t have an incredible time! With some careful planning and a quick look at our top tips, you are well on your way to planning your best family holiday yet – on a budget!

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How does travel change as you get older?

Posted on April 19, 2021

As much as we may want to deny it, as we get older things do change, and travel can be no exception. Let’s face it, the type of holidays we went on with friends at 18 are quite different than the ones we would enjoy now.

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Travelling after Lockdown

Posted on July 20, 2020

2020 has been, for the majority of us, the first time we have ever lived through a pandemic of any kind, let alone a global one.

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